Climate change is a current reality. It’s disrupting ecosystems, intensifying natural disasters, straining economies, and jeopardizing the future for generations to come. Yet, amid these sobering realities lies a powerful truth: we have the tools, technology, and knowledge to forge a new path forward.
Topics: Leadership, Innovation, Resources, Change, Making a Difference, Challenges, Empowerment, Advice, Advocate, Earth Day
You’ve got the ideas. The data is solid. You’re ready to contribute. But as your camera clicks on for that high-stakes Zoom meeting, an inner whisper creeps in: “Don’t blow it.”
Topics: Resilience, Coaching, Change, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Confidence, Personal Branding, Empowerment, Self-Reflection, #WESTevent, Personality, Growth
Pulled in every direction and distracted by everything from Teams notifications to overflowing inboxes, most professionals today are operating in a constant state of distraction. And it’s not just harmless multitasking. The ripple effects of distraction are staggering.
Topics: Best Practices, Resilience, Success, Discussion, Business, Self-Awareness, Focus, Challenges, Career Development, #WESTevent, Summer Reads, Strategies
Did you know that until 1993, women weren’t required to participate in clinical trials? That means until just a few decades ago, many medications prescribed to women may not have been tested on a woman.
Topics: Career, Innovation, Business, Inspiration, Challenges, Advocate, #WESTevent, Life Science VC, Venture Capital/VC, D&I, Equity, Female Representation STEM, Healthcare, Strong Women, Women's Health, Health
Layoffs suck. It’s a fact. But if you’re sitting there feeling like you’ve lost your way, it’s time to hit reset. Don’t waste your time on “just get another job” advice that doesn’t take into account the reality of a layoff—and what’s really at stake for your career.
Topics: Best Practices, Career, Choice, Job, Resources, Career Path, Challenges, Career Development, Career Possibilities, Empowerment, Grit, Clarity
In the greater Boston area, we are surrounded by world-class biotech and pharmaceutical innovation. Yet with this progress comes a responsibility: to match scientific advancement with environmental stewardship. As we mark another Earth Day, it’s time to ask ourselves—not just as individuals, but as a community within life sciences—what can we do daily to care for the planet?
Topics: Leadership, Community, Influence, Making a Difference, Inspiration, Focus, Advocate, Sustainability, STEM Women, STEM Leadership, Passion, Earth Day
Key Themes and Takeaways from WEST’s Independent Consulting Panel
Whether you’re navigating a layoff, eyeing a career shift, or just wondering what else is out there, consulting can feel like both a lifeline and a leap. WEST’s recent panel of independent consultants offered a candid, insight-rich conversation on how to make the transition thoughtfully—and sustainably.
Topics: Women in STEM, Value, Relationships, Connect, Developing Your Skills, Career Possibilities, Boundaries, Independent Consulting
March is here, bringing with it an opportunity to honor, celebrate, and elevate the extraordinary contributions of women in STEM. At WEST, Women’s History Month is more than a tribute to the past—it’s a call to action for the future. WEST’s annual theme this year of Grit, Growth, and Gratitude highlights the attributes that fuel the journeys of women in STEM and beyond.
Topics: Women in STEM, Annual Theme, Career Path, Confidence, D&I, Female Representation STEM, International Women's Day, Women's History Month, Strong Women, Grit, Growth, Gratitude
Have you ever felt stuck in your own head? Maybe you faced a situation or decision that you felt conflicted about and did not know what to do because you felt pulled in different directions internally. It’s a common experience and can leave one feeling stuck and lost.
Topics: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Author Chat, Challenges, Book Club, Career Development, Self-Reflection, #WESTevent, Overwhelm, Growth
Burnout is becoming more and more common. Statistics, especially among women, have shown a dramatic increase in employees that feel burned out or close to burnout. Women reported higher levels of burnout than men at 46% over men’s 37%. (CNBC). Focusing in on the WEST community event further, 82% of employees in tech feel close to burnout (spill). With such high levels of burnout, it leads to the question: “How did we get here in the first place?”
Topics: Mindfulness, Career Path, Confidence, Strengths, Career Development, Empowerment, Advice, #WESTevent, Purpose